Train the Trainers: Organizing the Training Sessions

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Organize Before Your Training Session

• Check out the room the day before you will impart training there, if possible.
• Arrive 10-15 minutes beforehand to get set up, make sure the computers work; turn on the projector, etc.
• Don't be afraid to politely tell those who want to speak with you that you will allow time for questions and that you need the time before the workshop to get set up.
• Dress to be respected. This doesn't necessarily mean a suit, but it probably doesn't mean flip-flops either.
• Check your appearance carefully (zippers, parsley in your teeth etc).

Training Room Arrangements

• Ambiance is very important: spic & span.
• Seating layout: U shape, restaurant type, auditorium type- depends on objectives.
• Lighting and switches.
• Furniture: comfortable ergonomically.
• Presentation hardware: computer, multi-media projector, overhead projector, slide projector, white board, colored markers, pointer (metal/wooden/electronic), flip chart board and stationery, participants’ stationery.
• Away from disturbance: Make sure there is no disturbance because of telephones, cell phones, participants leaving for their personal/departmental work.
• Interspersed breaks: beverages, snacks and lunch/dinner arrangements and timings.
• Work out the start and finish timings (don’t stretch beyond finish time).

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